We flew Thai Airways(TG) firstly to Bangkok. Some might wonder why TG to fly from Japan to the U.K? I utilized the award tickets of a Star Alliance member of ANA. We preferred the direct flight, but there seemed to be no vacancy on direct flights. I wanted to reach the U.K. as soon as possible, but that's why I had to stop by Bangkok. However, I was thankful for the award flights under the conditions of the weak yen as it was independent of the exchange movement. Additionally, we received preferential treatment from TG at the check-in counter as we're Star Alliance Gold members, though we chose the cheapest way, I mean, I booked economy seats with award tickets, so I felt a little embarrassed to line up on the fast track.
The ANA lounge in Kansai International airport(KIX) was crowded and I had a small quantity of pan-fried noodles. I was not so hungry and I wanted to keep some space in my stomach for the in-flight meal. I love spicy Thai cuisine. The plane was almost empty and we could use another seat for a temporary place for my gadgets. The flight was so relaxing.
The first in-flight meal was a straight choice between chicken and pork. The pork version was Thai flavored and I chose that and it was great! The red wine of the TG choice was also good.
(Vocabulary)
exchange movement 為替の変動
receive preferential treatment from ～から特別待遇を受ける
pan-fried noodles 焼きそば
a straight choice between A and B ＡとＢの二者択一
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